Assistant Farm Manager (2IC)

Permanent - Full Time Assistant Manager (2IC)

Job Description

We are looking for an assistant farm manager to join our team to assist in the day-to-day running of our dairy farm. You will be required to;

- Assist in daily management activities, supervise milking from paddock to farm dairy as required  

- Ensure the dairy plant is kept to a very high hygiene and operating standard

- Have a good understanding of animal health issues and a proactive approach to maintain a healthy herd including treating animal health problems 

- Manage daily planning and staff management in the absence of the farm manager

- Implement routine maintenance schedules 

- Experience using a variety of farm machinery 

- Identify and fix faults as needed

- Meet environmental regulation through management of soil, nutrients, effluent, and water efficiently 

The position is based just out of Edgecumbe, Bay of Plenty

The position is full-time on a 160ha 450 friesian cow farm 32 a-side hearing bone shed.

Minimum 30 hours per week with an average of 50 per week.

Minimum 2 years work experience in a herd manager/dairy farm assistant or similar role or a Level 4 qualification in farming/agriculture. 

Pay rate equal to $28.00 - $30.00 per hour (total package made up of combined wages and accommodation)

We require a police history and pre-employment drug test. We hold random drug tests on farm. 

Please state your immigration status on your application.

Farm Size (ha)

155ha

Peak Herd Size (cows)

450

Accommodation available

3 Bedroom House

Hour Type

season

Average Hours Per week

30-50

Roster

Single rotation - 12 Days on / 2 days Off

Remuneration paid by

Total Package Value (e.g. Salary and/or benefits)